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Seeking Damages After Surviving Injury From a Defective Tire (and Rollover) Accident

There are two distinct types of damages in personal injury law: general damages and special damages.

General damages do not have a tangible value associated with them, which makes them subject to a great deal of interpretation when calculated. They can also differ from case to case. Most examples of general damages can include pain and suffering, mental anguish, physical impairment, emotional suffering, injury to your reputation, and disfigurement.

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To better understand the subjectivity of general damages, imagine that two victims are in a blowout accident caused by defective tires. They were trapped in the vehicle when it exploded and were badly burned. One plaintiff was unconscious during the explosion. And though he suffered horrible burns, unconsciousness allowed him to not have to suffer even worse pain as it happened. But the other was just as badly burned and fully conscious to experience all the terrible agony. It can be effectively argue that even though both of these victims ended up with virtually identical injuries and medical expenses, the conscious plaintiff suffered more pain and suffering and can rightly ask for greater pain and suffering damages.

Another reason general damages can be subjective is because every person experiences, and is affected differently by their injuries. Let’s say a 30-year-old beauty queen has a scar on her face from a defective tire rollover wreck. She is certainly more apparently injured by her disfigurement than a 35-year-old firefighter. In the eyes of the law, if she is represented by a compelling attorney’s arguments; she can anticipate higher compensation. Some people are not as concerned about their physical appearance, while others depend more heavily on it. And sometimes that makes the damage to that attractive person’s reputation a more traumatic event and justifies more significant compensation.

Special damages (also known as economic damages) is any form of damage that has an explicit dollar amount. A few examples of special damages include lost wages, past, present, and future medical expenses, property damage, court costs, and the loss of present and future earning capability.

Imagine that a 35-year-old plaintiff who worked as an electrician or lineman and made $60,000 a year is no longer able to work after losing a leg in a grisly defective tire accident. He can no longer climb electrical poles or do other physical tasks necessary for his job that he has years of experience doing. This lineman stands to lose a significant amount of future income he normally would have earned over his remaining 30+ years of expected employment as a lineman. Texas law recognizes this and allows him to ask for at least $1.2 million in damages due to lost earning capacity, in addition to any other special and general damages that might apply to his case.

But again, having an experienced lawyer to make a compelling case for such a damage insurance claim is the lynchpin to a successful personal injury case. Just because that lineman or beauty queen has a right to ask for these significant damages, proving it in court, or convincing a multitude of insurers to fairly settle a defective tire accident injury case is far from guaranteed.

For over 30 years our Law Firm has helped many victims, and their families, of a defective tire, or a blowout or rollover accident. If you or a loved one has suffered from such an accident, it is best for you to call us today to arrange a free consultation with one of our experienced accident injury lawyers. We answer all of your questions and explain the ramifications from the specific details of your case. If we agree to work together, we can help you on the road to recovery by relieving you of the vital task of winning the rightful damage compensation you need and give justice and peace of mind to you and your family.

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Truck Accident Attorneys

INVOLVED IN A TRUCK ACCIDENT?

Have you or someone you love been injured in a truck accident? At our Personal Injury Attorney Law Firm, our attorneys are dedicated to helping those individuals who have been injured or who have lost a loved one in trucking accidents. In these cases, a victim may be able to bring a civil lawsuit against the party who caused the accident, whether this is the driver of the truck, the trucking company, an auto part manufacturer, or another driver. Depending on the particular situation, a truck accident victim may be able to recover financial compensation for medical care, lost earnings, property damage, and much more.

With the support and legal representation of a competent and professional lawyer who has the resources to fully investigate every angle of your accident and injuries and the experience to build an effective legal strategy, you may have the opportunity to recover complete financial compensation. The value of a specific 18 wheeler accident claim will vary depending on the specific accident, particularly on the extent of injury sustained and the impact the injury or injuries will have on various aspects of the victim’s life. It is true that this money cannot erase all traces of the collision or actually “compensate” a victim for what he or she has had to experience. It can, however, help him or her start the process of rebuilding and moving on to a more secure future. More info on this website

Truck Accidents Are Common

Truck accidents are traffic accidents that involve one or more large trucks, vehicles that have a gross total weight of 10,000 or more pounds. Some commercial trucks may weigh up to 80,000 pounds or more and may be up to 75 feet long and over 8 feet wide. As you can imagine, any collision between a large truck and another vehicle has the potential to be catastrophic, causing serious injury to any parties involved and resulting in extensive damage to the smaller vehicle. The party most likely to be injured in a collision with a large truck is the occupant of another vehicle or any non-occupant involved, such as a pedestrian or bicycle rider. Truck drivers themselves account for only approximately 6.5% of multi-vehicle truck accident fatalities. Approximately one out of nine traffic fatalities in the United States involves a large truck, according to statistics compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Trucking accidents may have different causes, similar to the leading causes of all traffic -accidents throughout the U.S.: driver negligence, speeding, drunk driving, and driving while distracted. Trucks may have the added risk of a collision caused by an improperly loaded or overloaded truck, poor truck maintenance, or poor road or weather conditions. The large size and weight of a truck make it more easily impacted by heavy weather and hazardous roadways, as well as by negligent actions on the part of the truck driver or other drivers on the road.

For years, our Personal Injury Attorney Law Firm has been representing accident and injury victims. We are fully dedicated to our clients and take the time to provide each person with the personalized attention and care they deserve. When you work with a truck accident attorney at our firm, you can rest assured that your case is in good hands. Our Personal Injury Attorney Law Firm will keep you informed every step of the way, and we always take care to ensure our lawyers and support staff are easily accessible. Being involved in a truck accident is traumatic enough; we want to provide you with the help you need to rebuild and recover.

Our Personal Injury Attorney Law Firm takes on all types of truck accidents including semi-truck accidents, pickup truck accidents, tractor-trailer accidents, delivery truck accidents, 18-wheeler accidents, and government vehicle accidents. No matter the circumstances of your collision or the severity of the injury you sustained, we are confident in our ability to provide you with the level of legal help you need to seek the best possible result.

TYPES OF TRUCK ACCIDENTS

There are various types of truck accidents, any of which may cause serious injury as well as extensive property damage. The particular severity of an accident will depend on the collision itself as well as what vehicles are involved, whether the drivers and passengers are wearing safety belts, and sometimes what seems like pure luck. As experienced accident and injury lawyers, our Personal Injury Law Firm is dedicated to helping truck accident victims take legal action to recover financial damages for their injuries.

A truck accident attorney at our firm may be able to assist you regardless of the type of accident you have been involved in. Some of the types of cases we handle include:

Pickup truck accidents
Large truck accidents
18-wheeler accidents
Semi-truck accidents
Tractor-trailer accidents
Delivery truck accidents
Government vehicle accidents
We assist drivers, passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists who have been injured in trucking accidents.

COMPENSATION FOR 18 WHEELER ACCIDENTS

Depending on the type of truck accident you have been involved in as well as the extent of injury you have sustained, we may be able to recover a significant amount of financial compensation on your behalf. A lawyer at our firm may be able to bring a lawsuit against the driver of the truck, the trucking company, or even the government if the vehicle is owned or operated by a government agency. Our Personal Injury Attorney Law Firm will take time to get to the bottom of the matter and conduct a thorough investigation in order to determine exactly what your claim should be worth as well as how to prove that you were not to blame for the accident.

CAUSES OF TRUCKING ACCIDENTS

A truck accident may be caused by one or more of three primary factors: negligence on the part of another driver, negligence on the part of the truck driver or trucking company, or external factors (heavy weather, defective truck part, etc.) Were you injured in a truck accident caused by any of these factors? If so, our Personal Injury Attorney Law Firm can help. We are dedicated to helping victims and families of victims recover the financial compensation they deserve.

Following are some examples of causes of trucking accidents:

A motorist driving in a truck driver’s blind spot for an extended period of time;
A motorist changing lanes abruptly in front of a large truck;
A motorist bringing his or her car to the right of a truck that is making a right turn;
Improper merging on a highway or freeway by the truck driver or another motorist;
Unsafe or improper passing;
Speeding;
Drunk driving;
Driving while distracted;
Driving a truck that is overloaded or improperly loaded, making it more difficult to maneuver;
A truck that is improperly maintained;
Defective truck or auto parts;
Heavy weather, such as wind, fog, snow, rain, or hail; and
Dangerous road conditions.

No matter what caused the truck accident that led to your injuries, it is important to involve an attorney. Even if you feel responsible for causing the collision, you may be surprised to find that it was actually the other driver’s fault or may be attributed to some factor outside of your control. An attorney experienced in handling truck accident claims can properly determine what caused your accident, what your claim is worth, and who should be held accountable.

Learn more about your particular case by contacting a Truck Accident Lawyer at our Personal Injury Attorney Law Firm today.

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Trucking Accident Trial Lawyers – Personal Injury Attorneys

Our Trucking Accident Trial Lawyers represent clients seriously injured due to the negligence of trucking companies and truck drivers. Our trucking litigators regularly represent clients all over Texas. Our attorneys and staff speak Spanish so that we may serve our Hispanic clients. Consultations with our truck accident trial lawyers are always free and cases are taken on a contingent fee basis, meaning you do not owe any attorneys fee unless we win your truck crash case or have secured a settlement for you. Our trucking crash lawyers will work hard to ensure that you receive the maximum compensation possible for your injuries sustained in a truck wreck. Our trial teams regularly prosecute injury claims against national trucking companies and negligent truckers. If you have been injured in a wreck or collision involving a tractor-trailer, semi-truck, dump truck, flatbed truck, moving truck, or any other type of truck, call for a free consultation with one of our trucking lawyers.

Our law firm has tried many cases involving truck collisions throughout Texas and in other States. If you have been injured by a truck driver while in Texas, our truck crash law firm can help you recover your lost wages, medical bills and compensation for pain and suffering, and other damages caused by a negligent truck driver.

Our truck wreck and collision expert reconstruction witnesses will analyze every detail of your trucking crash. Our attorneys understand the details of motor carrier compliance, and the way to properly investigate a trucking crash to recover the maximum compensation against negligent truck drivers and trucking companies and seek punitive damages against the negligent parties, if appropriate. In addition to truck collision cases, our attorney has handled cases involving roll-overs. It is far too common that truckers follow too closely or tailgate passenger cars in front of them. Following too closely is an offense that many truck drivers are guilty of and which causes a lot of trucking wrecks. Our trucking collision law firm employs paralegals and investigators who understand Spanish and will assist in the investigation and workup of your trucking collision case and will keep you informed of the progress of your trucking crash case. If you have been hurt in a crash involving a truck or roll-over, our attorneys will work hard to ensure that you and your family receive the compensation that is due because of the negligent truck driver for causing the truck wreck.

Our law office regularly litigates cases of truck crashes or wrecks in Texas and throughout the United States with the assistance of out-of-state legal attorneys and legal teams. If you have been injured in a truck crash or truck wreck due to the negligence of a truck driver who is fatigued, call our attorneys today for a free consultation on your trucking wreck claim. Our car and truck accident law firm has been handling truck accident cases for many years and stands ready to assist you in your trucking accident collision.

Our trial attorneys represent clients living in Texas. Our truck accident litigation teams regularly represent clients in lawsuits against truck companies all over Texas. Our trial lawyers also file lawsuits against trucking companies in Texas.

For questions about motor carrier regulations and federal trucking regulations, including qualifications of truck drivers and more call our trucking attorneys today.